India’s para-athletics superstar Sumit Antil has once again proven why he is regarded as the undisputed king of the F64 javelin throw.
At the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, Antil clinched his third consecutive world title with a monumental championship record throw of 71.37 metres, reaffirming his dominance on the global stage and cementing his status as one of India’s greatest ever para athletes. The reigning Paralympic champion, world record holder, and now three-time World Champion, Antil was in a league of his own. The final result told the story: a margin of victory of nearly 23 metres over the silver medalist. For perspective, that gap alone would have been enough to secure a medal at several previous editions of the championships.
“This gold is special because it came in front of the home crowd. It felt nice to defend the world champion crown,” Antil said after his win. “I had hoped to go even further today, but I am satisfied with the record throw.”
Antil’s rise to becoming a household name in para athletics has been nothing short of extraordinary. Born in Sonipat, Haryana, he lost his left leg below the knee in a motorbike accident in 2015. What could have been a setback for many became the turning point of his life. Introduced to para athletics soon after, Antil found his calling in the javelin. Within just a few years, his natural talent, work ethic, and relentless determination propelled him to the top. His breakthrough came at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, where he won gold with a world record throw of 68.55m in the F64 category.
That victory was more than just a medal it was the birth of a champion whose standards would redefine his sport.
Since then, Antil has continued to raise the bar. At the 2022 Asian Para Games, he bagged gold again, followed by three straight world championship victories in Paris (2023), Kobe (2024), and now New Delhi (2025). Alongside those achievements, he added a second Paralympic gold at Paris 2024, making him a two-time Paralympic champion.
His resume now reads like a golden scroll:
•Gold in Tokyo Paralympics 2020
•Gold in Paris World Championships 2023
•Gold in Kobe World Championships 2024
•Gold in Paris Paralympics 2024
•Gold in New Delhi World Championships 2025
•Gold in Hangzhou Asian Games 2022
That makes six major international gold medals, including three world titles, two Paralympics, and one Asian Games crown.
Dominance at the World Championships: Antil’s performances at the World Para Athletics Championships have been a masterclass in consistency and supremacy.
- 2023 (Paris): Gold with a throw of 70.83m
- 2024 (Kobe): Gold with a throw of 69.50m
- 2025 (New Delhi): Gold with a record-breaking 71.37m
Each year, Antil has managed to hold his nerve on the biggest stage and push beyond his limits. The latest victory was especially remarkable as he bettered his previous marks and set a new championship record, showcasing that he is still improving despite already being at the pinnacle of his sport. His 71.37m throw in Delhi now stands as the best-ever mark at the World Championships, further underlining his unmatched ability.
The most striking aspect of Antil’s win in New Delhi was the sheer gulf in class between him and the rest of the field. The silver medalist finished nearly 23 metres behind, a staggering margin that highlights how Antil has redefined standards in the F64 category.
“When Sumit throws, it looks like his only competitor is himself,” remarked one official at the event. Indeed, Antil has reached a level where records, not rivals, are his benchmark.
His dominance also mirrors India’s growing stature in para athletics. Alongside Antil’s gold, India had one of its most productive days at the championships, securing two golds and two silvers, marking a new chapter in the country’s para-sport success story.
Beyond the medals and records, Antil’s story is one of resilience and inspiration. His journey from the shock of losing a limb to becoming a Paralympic and world champion embodies the spirit of perseverance. For countless young para athletes in India and abroad, he has become a role model. His success has also brought para sports into mainstream sporting conversation in India. With each medal, Antil not only adds to his own legacy but also raises awareness and recognition for para athletes nationwide.
At 27, Antil is far from done. With the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics still three years away, he has time to continue refining his craft and pushing the limits of what is possible in javelin. Already the world record holder, Antil has hinted at wanting to cross new barriers in the years to come.
“Every competition is an opportunity to test myself. I don’t look at my opponents, I look at my own improvement,” Antil has often said. With that mindset, records and medals are bound to follow.
Sumit Antil’s third consecutive world crown confirms what fans and experts have long believed he is the greatest para javelin thrower in history. From Tokyo to Paris, Kobe to New Delhi, his golden streak is unmatched, and his record of six major international titles makes him India’s most successful para athlete ever at the world level. The numbers speak for themselves, but Antil’s impact goes far beyond them. He has become a symbol of Indian sporting excellence and resilience, a reminder that true greatness lies in overcoming adversity and rewriting limits.
As the javelin soars high above the field whenever Sumit Antil hurls it, so too does the hope and pride of a nation. He is not just winning medals he is defining an era.
Sumit Antil, the golden boy of Indian para athletics, is now a living legend.
